NEC Nijmegen pulled off a significant 2-1 home victory over AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands Eredivisie on September 28th, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 18:15, saw NEC secure a hard-fought win against one of the league's traditional top-four contenders. NEC started strongly and took a deserved lead, but AZ fought back to equalize, setting up a tense finale. The decisive moment came late in the game, with NEC finding a winner to send their home fans into raptures. This result is a major statement for NEC Nijmegen's ambitions this season, proving they can compete with and beat the league's elite. For AZ Alkmaar, it's a disappointing setback in their pursuit of European qualification. The win propels NEC up the league table and will be remembered as a highlight of their campaign.